Patrick (he/him) is the eCommerce Editor of Android Central. After working in independent bookstores for the better part of a decade and using freelance writing as a side hustle, Patrick switched to writing full time in 2020. Patrick’s writing has appeared in the Chicago Tribune, The Hill, BestReviews, OddityMall, and many other publications across the web. He joined Android Central as the Deals and Commerce Writer in 2022 and now runs the site’s eCommerce efforts and coverage of major sale events. Although he’s written about everything from exercise equipment to turntables, Patrick’s work nowadays is primarily concerned with saving people money on tech. He’s particularly passionate about eliminating buyer’s remorse and taking subjects that can be confusing for shoppers — such as switching wireless carriers or buying a new smart TV — and breaking them down into simple, easy-to-understand terms. Whether you’re a veteran tech-head or a novice, Patrick offers honest, no-nonsense shopping advice with years of hands-on experience to back it up. When he isn’t hunting down the best discounts or digging through the fine print of a carrier deal, Patrick enjoys trekking around the Rocky Mountains, camping out at a brewery, or spending time with his beloved polydactyl cat.
Latest articles by Patrick Farmer

New Mint Mobile deal slashes $250 OFF the Google Pixel 10 AND throws in six months of free wireless, just for kicks
By Patrick Farmer published
No way! Mint Mobile's Pixel 10 deals have arrived, and you can score some serious savings by bundling the phone with one year of Unlimited.

Best Buy's Labor Day sale ends TONIGHT: see my top deals on smartphones, tablets, wearables, and other Android tech
By Patrick Farmer last updated
Sale time Best Buy just launched its weeklong Labor Day sale, and the deals on display are no joke. Here are some of my favorites.

New Total Wireless deal wants to give your entire family FREE Motorola phones — it's as simple as it sounds
By Patrick Farmer published
No trade-in required! Bring your family to Total Wireless with an eligible data plan and the MVNO carrier will give you up to four Moto G Stylus 5G (2024) phones for FREE.

Finally! The Galaxy Z Fold 7 just scored a historic discount to challenge the Pixel 10 Pro Fold
By Patrick Farmer published
Decisions As part of its Labor Day sale, Amazon is slashing $300 off the new Galaxy Z Fold 7. Take that, Google!

What are the best headphones to pair with the Galaxy S25 for premium sound?
By Patrick Farmer published
Great phone, great audio The Galaxy S25 is one of the best Android phones on the market today, so it's no wonder folks are trying to find its ideal audio companion.

The party’s over - that 50% off Google Pixel 9 deal from Mint Mobile is finally about to end
By Patrick Farmer published
Last chance! The Google Pixel 10 is here, which means the Pixel 9 is swiftly disappearing from store shelves along with a bunch of great deals.

I found 2 deals that get you a free Pixel 10 WITHOUT a trade-in — but you're running out of time
By Patrick Farmer published
For real The Pixel 10 lineup drops next week, and retailers are eager to give you the phones for free if you can meet the eligibility requirements.

Call off the search - Verizon has THE Google Pixel 10 Pro deal to beat
By Patrick Farmer published
No joke The Pixel 10 Pro is here, and Verizon is offering one of the few deals that could get you the phone for FREE without a trade-in.

The best Google Pixel Watch 4 preorder deals — grab the wearable for FREE with these early offers
By Patrick Farmer published
Time to shine The Google Pixel Watch 4 has finally been announced. Here are the best preorder deals on the web (so far).

The best Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold preorder deals — score up to $1,000 off the new foldable
By Patrick Farmer published
Get ready The Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold was finally revealed on August 20th, and I'm tracking down the best early deals so you don't have to.

The best Google Pixel 9 deals of August 2025 — last-minute sales, trade-in discounts, and more
By Patrick Farmer last updated
Pixel 9, all mine Google's 2024 flagship lineup features some of the best Android phones we've ever seen, and there's no shortage of Pixel 9 deals to explore.

Don't wait! It's your last chance to score $250 of free cash from AT&T Fiber home internet
By Patrick Farmer published
Flash sale! Add an eligible internet line and you could claim a prepaid Visa card worth up to $250!

Forget the Pixel 10, this is STILL the best phone of 2025 (and it's $150 off right now)
By Patrick Farmer published
Perfect score, big savings We called it a 'nearly perfect phone' in our 5/5-star review, and now you can grab the OnePlus 13 with a whopping $150 discount at Best Buy

These 'supremely comfortable' earbuds changed the way I listen to music, and now they're 17% off at Amazon
By Patrick Farmer published
Listen up! New Pixel earbuds are expected to be announced next week, but why wait when you can score a sweet discount on their predecessors today?

Everyone is talking about this Verizon deal that gets you a FREE Galaxy S25 Plus — but is it legit?
By Patrick Farmer published
No trade-in required Verizon has launched a deal that gets you the AI-powered Galaxy S25 Plus for free. What's the catch?

The best AT&T deals of August 2025 — free Galaxy Z Flip 7, massive trade-in discounts, and more
By Patrick Farmer last updated
Time to save One of the most popular wireless carriers in the country, AT&T is also home to some awesome smartphone deals. We've gathered some of our favorite active offers into this guide.

T-Mobile really wants to give you a FREE Samsung smartwatch before the new school year — here's the deal
By Patrick Farmer published
Back-to-school savings Add a line with T-Mobile's Watch Plus plan and you'll get enough promo credits to make the new Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 completely free!

Heading back to school? These are the TOP 5 best phone plans for students in 2025
By Patrick Farmer published
Class-ready Heading back to campus? Stay in touch with friends and family (and get loads of data) by using one of the best phone plans for students.

Amazon quietly drops HUGE Google Pixel phone sale ahead of the Pixel 10 launch — this is not a test!
By Patrick Farmer published
Amaaazing This week only!

I write about wireless carriers for a living, and these are the cheap data plans that I'd recommend in 2025
By Patrick Farmer last updated
Affordable data! Here are some of the best cheap data plans you can sign up for, from both prepaid and mainstream carriers. These plans have data, 5G access, and more.

This 'superb' foldable just scored a record-smashing $500 discount during Best Buy's Back To School Sale
By Patrick Farmer published
Fold it! For a limited time, Best Buy is slashing $500 off the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold, no strings attached.

The best Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 deals of August 2025 — epic trade-in offers, free gift cards, and more
By Patrick Farmer last updated
On the flip side The Galaxy Z Flip 7 (and new Flip 7 FE) have finally hit store shelves, and I'm gathering all of the best deals from across the web.

The best smartphone for students just crashed to a record LOW price at Amazon, making Prime Day look goofy as hell
By Patrick Farmer published
20% off For a limited time, Amazon is slashing a historic 20% off the Google Pixel 9a, our top device for students.
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